Empowered Women Self-Defense

Say hello to our August Member Spotlight: Heather Botsford 🌟

Meet Heather Botsford, an incredible woman who began her martial arts journey in her forties at Covington Karate Studio. Inspired by her son, Heather started training in Kenpo Karate and quickly fell in love with the discipline. In 2022, she earned her black belt, gaining confidence, resilience, and a supportive community. Heather is passionate about empowering other women through self-defense, believing that martial arts can transform lives.

Join Heather in embracing the power of martial arts—it’s never too late to start!

Back to School Self-Defense Class this Saturday, 10 am -12, $20, Covington Karate Studio, 1326 W. 21st Ave, Covington

Go back to school with confidence!

I'm teaching a women's self-defense class on July 21 at the Women's Center for Healing and Transformation. Registration and details here:

Empowered Women Self-Defense Class Saturday, July 21 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm at the Women's Center Increase Your Confidence - Learn to Defend Yourself ​ This self-defense seminar for women and teenage girls (13+) will demonstrate how...

Woman in Washington Parish fought off her kidnapper!

Woman fought off kidnapping suspect, escaped in Washington Parish, sheriff says A search is underway for a kidnapping suspect along two major highways in Washington Parish

Sign up for the Self-Defense Boot Camp this summer!